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  1. Craig Nedrow

    Cab repair stabilizing

    Did this on my 64 Nova, basically removed the whole back half of the car. My body shop buddy told me to weld braces in the body to the floor, and doors and trunk, so I did. two full rear quarters, and full trunk, everything lined up as good as can be expected, doors and trunk shut nice...
  2. Craig Nedrow

    BBC 489 build

    each day, lil' closer. Installed freeze plugs, using Permatex #1 brown form-a-gasket, rated for this application. Also installed all the pipe plugs formally removed for cleaning, used pipe dope. Started in finishing the bores with the green scotch-brite pads, and fingernail drag test is...
  3. Craig Nedrow

    BBC 489 build

    Here it the Cloyes timing cover, has roller button to control cam walk, and is easily adjustable. Will need to buy/make a timing pointer, my balancer is degreed.
  4. Craig Nedrow

    Father / Son project K10

    Been building two rigs for ten years now. Almost a year into my 73 square. Keep with the plan, (you do have one!) or end up like me. All that aside, cherish the build with your son, and Welcome to the FAM.
  5. Craig Nedrow

    BBC 489 build

    Hope you do Jermaine, only have one short life, what took me so long. I did not know you were a machinist Vince, though I follow along with everything that you do. Still got a 475 BW turbo and a LQ4 just waitin....Decided to put the 194 six back into the nova....for now to get it on the road...
  6. Craig Nedrow

    BBC 489 build

    thank you my squarebody brothers. Town day, went to Harbor Freight and bought four tables. I saw Nick's (Nick Trans fame,) work bench on two tool boxes, thought it was a good idea/ $119.00 ea for two benches which will give me 8' of bench space and lights and peg boards on each one. Plenty of...
  7. Craig Nedrow

    Fuel tank straps

    I did this not to long ago. Would not do it in the truck, and besides if you drop the tank it will allow you to cleanup and paint. https://www.gmsquarebody.com/threads/new-for-me-1985-silverado-20-6-2-diesel.32359/page-5 Page 5 post 65 shows the tank strap and bracket. The one side is behind the...
  8. Craig Nedrow

    BBC 489 build

    Installed my valley screens, and drilled drain back holes in the block. This is all an attempt to keep the oil off the crank, routing it down the timing cover, and the back of the engine. Also should speed drain back to the pan. Few pics, bolts are holding screen down. Bought screen from amazon...
  9. Craig Nedrow

    BBC 489 build

    Shop cleanup day, but here is the engine painted. Tomorrow I will start various block modifications, mostly oil control. Ordered the front timing cover. Makes it a fool proof cam shaft end play adjustment. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CIPOOC/ Will buy a timing chain like this, as cam will go...
  10. Craig Nedrow

    Engine Swap Transmission Selection

    I had my 4l60e in my 98 z28, rebuilt at a local shop where I know the guy, but didn't last. Built my 350 at home using two books, and some videos. Yes I did have some troubles, had to take it back apart a few times, but though nervous whin I installed it, it worked amazingly well. It was behind...
  11. Craig Nedrow

    BBC 489 build

    More done, I had the piston on backwards, was so excited to try it out, but now nothing hits. What a relief as I paid to have the motor balanced to .2 grams, not the usual 2 grams. Pulled apart again, and painted the block black because it is more thermally efficient then the blue.
  12. Craig Nedrow

    1974 c10 didn’t start-fuel problem?

    $400 buck is $400 bucks....but I replaced both tanks, sending units, valve (six way) and cab switch and nary another fuel problem. You can see part numbers and install here: https://www.gmsquarebody.com/threads/new-for-me-1985-silverado-20-6-2-diesel.32359/page-5 page 5 starting at post 65
  13. Craig Nedrow

    who can help identify this frame?

    The S10 frames are used in many 47-55 1st series trucks, almost a bolt on there is a f-book group dedicated to this: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1316351842443154. I may go this route for my 54. Nothing wrong with what you are doing though.
  14. Craig Nedrow

    18x10 front and 18x12 rear who's done this? Look inside.

    rubber band tires really pull you around on the grooved big truck highways around here, just a consideration.
  15. Craig Nedrow

    BBC 489 build

    Surprisingly, no interference with crank so also a plus. Massive interference between the head and piston. Checked piston CH +1.280 so that is correct, and the rod length is 6.386 with calipers, supposed to be 6.395, so close enough. So winning some and loosing some. I did an extensive...
  16. Craig Nedrow

    BBC 489 build

    Deburr bearings on both sides, install crank with light oil, and spins freely, so no line bore needed. Installed piston and rod on #1 deck height is about .015, so ok. Indicator used to find TDC.
  17. Craig Nedrow

    BBC 489 build

    Brought my 454 aka 489 home from the shop, it was later in the afternoon, so I did not get to much done. However I did set up my bore gauge to 4.280 and measured one bore, and it was exact from top to bottom, and at 90 degrees, so very pleased. So round and straight. I will trial fit the crank...
  18. Craig Nedrow

    Replacement doors?

    The worst part is you need to strip the existing stuff off first b-4 painting. Soooo paint remover, clean, dewax, epoxy primer, color, and clear. It will make everything else look like poop. HOWEVER the door will look awesome. BTW take your bog boy wallet to the paint store.
  19. Craig Nedrow

    Trying to identify this color of blue

    this might help, #29 85: https://www.cjponyparts.com/resources/chevy-c10-paint-codes#1978
  20. Craig Nedrow

    Replacement doors?

    Bought mine from Brothers now holly, look good.
  21. Craig Nedrow

    BBC 489 build

    Got a call, will pick up the engine on Monday...Yeah!!
  22. Craig Nedrow

    86 1/2 ton gears needed for 33” with new 383

    There are 383's and then there are 383's. Engine internals will dictate where your torque will be rpm wise, and also how much torque overall, anywhere from 300-500. 2.73, 33" tires, 2000 rpm's and .67 OD=about 107 mph. Just changing to 3:73 = 78 mph. 4:10=71 mph. 4:56 = 64mph. Bucket is on the...
  23. Craig Nedrow

    Oil pan off, anything I should do while I’m under there?

    Just seal it up, save the money on the oil pump as they last almost indefinitely. When you rebuild (if keeping the same motor) pull the pump apart and inspect it. Get a good book on the build. I like the 454 way more then the SB, would never go back.
  24. Craig Nedrow

    Father-Daughter Shop Day

    Some girls are mechanical. My oldest, Leah, started early, would take her up when she was little five or so, give her some tools and an ol' YF carter and she was happy for hours. Leah is in her 40's now and works with her husband on there rigs. She also has branched out into woodworking. Sooo...
  25. Craig Nedrow

    Eastwood Versus POR15

    Craig85 turned me on to this stuff, It's great.

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